We have quiet Soldiers who walk among us. They do not ask for thanks or recognition. These men and women simply go about doing their job protecting the freedoms of their own families and the freedoms of thousands of families they will never meet. John Goins walks as one of these quiet protector's among us in Central Arkansas. A Christian. A husband. A father. A man.

What does it mean to be a husband?A husband is someone dedicated to his wife. A supporter of her and also the strength component of the relationship. He is the spiritual leader as well as the one who meets the emotional, financial,and any other needs of his wife.

What does it mean to be a father?A father is a great role model for his children. He protects, leads, inspires, and raises his children to become independent participants of the family. A father accommodates his children with leadership, spiritual guidance, and influence for their specific futures.

What is the example you are seeking to set for your children?

I seek to be a spiritual leader and positive male example to my children. I want them to know that there is a positive male figure -in their household and society- who they can learn from, seek guidance, and admire. I would like for my children to know that they can do and become anything they want to be and I will support and help them along the way.

What contributions are you making to your city or community?I am an Arkansas native who serves our country as a Warrant Officer in the United States Army National Guard but my greatest contribution is being a Christ follower. In addition, I enjoy assisting in furthering the health of our city as a CrossFit level 1 trainer.

What do you desire as a legacy?

The legacy I would like to leave would be more of an idea of what I valued, the way I treated people, and how I served others. I want others to think of my legacy as one of a peacemaker, who served his family, community, and others around him for the greater good. A legacy of a person of action.